Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 571 in the Book of The Book of Purification.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 571 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Purification), narrated by This hadith has also been narrated from al-Zuhri with the same chain of narrators. (but for the words):, states: "" He (the Holy Prophet) sent for water and sprinkled it over.""

The Book of Purification

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ يَحْيَى بْنُ يَحْيَى، وَأَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ وَعَمْرٌو النَّاقِدُ وَزُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ جَمِيعًا عَنِ ابْنِ عُيَيْنَةَ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَقَالَ فَدَعَا بِمَاءٍ فَرَشَّهُ ‏.‏

" He (the Holy Prophet) sent for water and sprinkled it over."

Narrated by This hadith has also been narrated from al-Zuhri with the same chain of narrators. (but for the words):

Context

This hadith illustrates the practice of purification in Islam, specifically the act of sprinkling water as a form of cleanliness. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) demonstrated this act, emphasizing the significance of maintaining physical and spiritual purity. This practice is foundational in Islamic rituals and daily life, reflecting the broader theme of cleanliness in Islam.

Modern Application

In modern life, the emphasis on cleanliness is evident in personal hygiene and public health practices. Just as the Prophet (ﷺ) taught the importance of purification, contemporary society recognizes the necessity of cleanliness for health and well-being.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Purification (Wudu/Taharah) and Hospitality in Islam because it reflects the significance of cleanliness in both personal and communal contexts.

Purification (Wudu/Taharah)Hospitality in Islam